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With 48 subjects to choose from, which optional subject would be best if you're appearing for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)'s Civil Service Exam (CSE) mains? Here's what these civil servants had to say.

In his third attempt, he not only clinched an All India Rank of 15 but also managed to get the highest marks (206 out of 275) in the interview.

Optional papers (Paper VI and Paper VII) of the UPSC Mains examination carry 500 marks. This accounts for almost 25 per cent of the total marks (2025), which is a combination of the written and personality tests.

Today, we bring you stories of five differently-abled Indians who beat all odds to crack one of the toughest examinations in the country, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exams.

This step is crucial as it will ease pressure on candidates who feel underprepared before appearing for these exams that are much-coveted and highly-competitive.